personal space, and lend an ear when he's ready to talk
It's good he has electronic distractions. Being rejected by a parent, and having nowhere to go is awful. He might be feeling guilty that he's disrupting your life.

Spoken by one who has been in same situation more times than I'd like to count. And also have just taken in my younger brother, who had fuck-all when his father died.

Give it a bit of time to let him breathe. His mother 'hates' him. How awful is that? Pretty bad, can tell you. It will turn out right. Just by providing a safe spot, you are doing something immensely valuable. No need to fix it all straightaway.

Gaz me if you want more detailed/ practical advice. Have literally gone through a similar situation for past 6 mos. Good luck!
( cackers, Thu 26 Feb 2009, 19:27, Reply)